Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
Volume 5, Issue 18 Quick News January 21, 2020 Superintendent’s Thoughts Dr. Gretta Kumpf I am truly passionate about Tipp City Schools! I take great pride in celebrating student achievements and seeing our teachers create extraordinary learning opportunities. We have a tradition of excellence that is admired by many and a standard the community embraces. This is something that will continue long after my retirement in late summer. The Board of Education is responsible for hiring the district’s next superintendent. It is an extremely important task! In order to attract the most qualified candidates, the BOE hired a consulting firm that specializes in assisting boards seeking superintendents. One part of the process includes hosting Focus Groups to gather input from staff, students, and community organizations. Another element is the Community Forum (see below for details). During the focus groups and community forum the consultants will gather input that will be used to create a unique profile of what the community is looking for in its next superintendent. Information will be presented to the board with a profile of desired leadership characteristics. I encourage you to be a part of this process and the future of Tipp City Schools. THANK YOU! WE are TIPP! “Together” we are Extraordinary
Your Input is Needed Superintendent Search Community Forum The Board of Education is seeking input from the community on the characteristics, skills, and experiences that it should consider in evaluating candidates for the district’s next superintendent. All community members are invited to participate. Consultants from K12 Business Consulting, hired by the BOE, will facilitate the listening session. January 23, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Tippecanoe High School, Commons Community members who are not able to attend the session are encouraged to complete the brief questionnaire located on the district’s home webpage under District News. Please follow the directions to submit all responses on this important decision. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Theresa Dunaway, BOE President, at [email protected]
The Board of Education and the consulting firm also invite community members to provide input by filling out a brief questionnaire: SuperintendentSearchQuestionnaire. Please follow the directions at the end of the questionnaire to submit responses. All questionnaires are due January 24, 2020. Page 2 Quick News
THE TMS ROCK STARS Congratulations to the Tippecanoe Middle School Rock Stars for the week of January 13. The honorees, nominated by staff, know how to be respectful, be responsible, and have integrity. Thank you to BR Mulch for sponsoring this award! Staff: Jennifer Brown 6th Grade: Nick VonKrosigk 7th Grade: Bre Smith 8th grade: Evan Liette
Addressing Important
Issues At Model United
Nations Amelia Zweizig and Amelia Campbell The Tippecanoe High School Model United Nations team recently competed at the Mason High School Conference. Sixteen students worked in a variety of committees to address issues like global warming, terrorism, and the abolition of slavery. Two of our students won the highest recognition in their committee. Junior Amelia Zweizig won Best Delegate in her role as a Judge Advocate General in the International Court of Justice. Freshman Amelia Campbell won Best Delegate and Best Position Paper for her work representing Western Antarctica in the 2100: Race to Relocate Committee. Congratulations to all of the delegates for their performances and good luck in their final competition at Miami University in April!
Tippecanoe High School Students Host Pre-schoolers
In order for students enrolled in the Tippecanoe High School Child Development class to have hands-on experience with children, they hosted a mini- preschool for children 2-5 years old. The day included art, music, science fun, story time and snack. Students were responsible for planning and implementing the activities for our future Red Devils! Page 3 Quick News
Introducing Students to Folk Instruments and Music
Nevin Coppock students “traveled” west with Les Gustafson-Zook to hear and learn about the songs pioneers sang during their travels. He introduced students to acoustic musical instruments and their histories, sang folk songs, and showed students how to make their own rhythms.
Tippecanoe High School Offering ACT Preparation Class Tippecanoe High School will be hosting an ACT Prep Class on Monday, February 10th from 8:00 a.m. — 2:40 p.m. The cost is $59. Students can register in the counseling office or online. Please make checks payable to Tippecanoe High School. This class will cover ACT test structure, provide an overview of academic material for which students are held responsible, and explain testing & time management strategies to enable students to score their best on the ACT. Every student receives six hours of live, engaging, interactive instruction, a comprehensive 400-page workbook, online access to over 1,000 sample test questions, and free, live call-in tutoring during the week prior to the ACT. This class is open to students in grades 9-12. However, Juniors are encouraged to register to prepare for the state testing on February 25. Please see Miss Rachel Everhart with any questions. REMINDER Tippecanoe High School Curriculum Night January 30, 2020 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Parents of students in grades 8 to 11 are encouraged to attend the annual Tippecanoe High School Curriculum Night. Explore course offerings, student organizations, and extra-curricular activities. Learn about the benefits of taking Advanced Placement classes and requirements for enrolling in College Credit Plus. Gain a stronger understanding of new graduation requirements and pathways.
Time 8th grade 9th grade 10th grade 11th grade 5:00-5:30 Parent Meeting Open House Open House AP Presentation (CPA) (Commons) (Commons) (LMC) 5:40-6:10 Open House Graduation Path- Graduation Path- Graduation Path- (Commons) ways (LMC) ways (CPA) ways (CPA) 6:20-7:05 AP Presentation AP Presentation AP Presentation Naviance (LMC) (CPA) (CPA) (CPA) 7:15-8:00 CCP CCP CCP CCP Presentation (CPA) Presentation (CPA) Presentation Presentation (CPA) (CPA) Page 4 Quick News
Healthy Habits Week Coming to Nevin and Broadway Elementary Students Volunteers, fresh fruit, and fresh vegetables are needed for a special event in March. Nevin Coppock and Broadway Elementary schools are hosting Healthy Habits Week for students in grades K to 3. The goal of the week is to promote positive physical and mental health habits for students. School counselor, Hannah Gress, is looking for volunteers who work in health professions and “helping” professions to visit with students and talk about health habits. If you are able to volunteer or provide food donations, please contact Mrs. Gress at [email protected] Page 5 Quick News
Athletics
This Week in Tippecanoe High School Athletics Tuesday, January 21st 6:00 PM Away Basketball Boys JV vs. Troy High School Troy High School Trojan Activity Center 4:30 PM Away Basketball Boys Freshman vs. Troy High School Troy High School Trojan Activity Center 7:30 PM Away Basketball Boys Varsity vs. Troy High School Troy High School Trojan Activity Center Wednesday, January 22nd 6:00 PM Home Basketball Girls JV vs. West Carrollton High School Tippecanoe High School Gymnasium 7:30 PM Home Basketball Girls Varsity vs. West Carrollton HS Tippecanoe High School Gymasium Thursday, January 23rd 5:30 PM Away Basketball Girls JV vs. Tri-Village High School Tri-Village High School Gymnasium Friday, January 24th 6:00 PM Away Basketball Boys JV vs. Piqua High School Piqua High School Gymnasium 4:30 PM Away Basketball Boys Freshman vs. Piqua High School Piqua High School Gymnasium 7:30 PM Away Basketball Boys Varsity vs. Piqua High School Piqua High School Gymnasium 4:30 PM Home Bowling Boys Varsity vs. Fairborn High School Troy Bowl 4:30 PM Home Bowling Girls Varsity vs. Fairborn High School Troy Bowl Saturday, January 25th 10:30 AM Home Basketball Girls JV vs. Greenville City Schools Tippecanoe High School Gymnasium 9:00 AM Away Wrestling Boys JV vs. Butler JV Invitational Butler High School 4:30 PM Home Basketball Boys JV vs. Middletown High School Tippecanoe High School 3:00 PM Home Basketball Boys Freshman vs. Middletown HS Tippecanoe High School Gymnasium 12:00 PM Home Basketball Girls Varsity vs. Greenville City Schools Tippecanoe High School Gymnasium 3:00 PM Away Swimming Coed Varsity MVL Championship Meet Trotwood - Madison High School Natatorium
Tippecanoe Middle School Week of January 20th Time Sport Opponent Location Tuesday, January 21st 5:30 Home Girls BB 7th Piqua Tippecanoe Middle School 6:30 Home Girls BB 8th Piqua Tippecanoe Middle School Wednesday, January 22nd 5:30 Home Boys BB 7th Xenia (Pep Band Night) Tippecanoe Middle School 6:30 Home Boys BB 8th Xenia (Pep Band Night) Tippecanoe Middle School Thursday, January 23rd 5:30 Home Girls BB 7th Fairborn (Pep Band Night) Tippecanoe Middle School 6:30 Home Girls BB 8th Fairborn (Pep Band Night) Tippecanoe Middle School Friday, January 24th 5:00 Away Wrestling Beavercreek Invite Beavercreek HS Saturday, January 25th 9:00 Away Wrestling Beavercreek Invite Beavercreek HS